Freedom of the press
Reporters have been denied access to Room 140 in the West Wing, previously known as "Upper Press," after the White House cited national security concerns. The room, which houses the offices of key communications staff, including press secretary Karoline Leavitt, was long considered a hub for news gathering
National security
Britain's relationship with China is a complex web of economic interests and national security concerns. While the country's electronic surveillance agency devotes significant resources to countering Chinese espionage, the government has struggled to balance trade benefits with the risks of Chinese intelligence operations. The recent collapse
National security
A 35-year-old British commentator on Middle East and North African issues has been detained by American authorities at San Francisco International Airport while on a speaking tour of the US. Sami Hamdi, who describes himself as a managing director of The International Interest, a geopolitical consultancy, was taken into custody
Missiles
A House of Dynamite, the Netflix series directed by Kathryn Bigelow, keeps viewers on the edge of their seats with its suspenseful conclusion. As the story unfolds, the nation is on high alert due to a detected missile threat from Russia and North Korea. Captain Olivia Walker, played by Rebecca
National security
The UK and Europe are faced with the harsh reality of a world where power, not persuasion, is the driving force behind international relations. Vladimir Putin's aggression in Ukraine has highlighted the need for a new approach to national security. As John Foreman, a retired Royal Navy officer
Ex-presidents
US President Donald Trump announced on Friday the conclusion of all trade negotiations with Canada, citing alleged cheating and attempts to influence the US Supreme Court. Trump accused Canada of publishing a fake advertisement attributing negative views on tariffs to the late President Ronald Reagan, with a value of USD
National security
China has escalated tensions with the UK by accusing ministers of meddling in plans for a giant wind turbine factory in Scotland, threatening to cut investments in the UK if the project is blocked. The proposal from Ming Yang Smart Energy to build a £1.5 billion turbine factory near
National security
Rear Adm. Ali Shamkhani, a senior defense and national security official, has been accused of leading a double life after a video of his daughter's wedding surfaced, showing him and his wife dressed in revealing clothes and ignoring Islamic values. The wedding, which took place last April, has
Lobbying
SNP ministers in Scotland have been under scrutiny for their meetings with Chinese wind turbine manufacturer Ming Yang, a company that plans to invest £1.5 billion in a factory in the Highlands. Firstly Minister John Swinney and other senior officials have met with the company's CEO, Zhang
Political parties
Concerns over national security have been raised as Labour is urged to reject a bid by Hong Kong-based CK Infrastructure (CKI) to buy Thames Water, which serves 16 million customers across London and the South East. This move has sparked fears that a Chinese takeover could give Beijing control over
National security
A national security reporter at the right-wing Epoch Times newspaper has resigned after the publication signed on to rules restricting news gathering within the Pentagon. Reporter Andrew Thornebrooke submitted his resignation in writing on Friday, criticizing the paper's increasing willingness to promote partisan materials, publish demonstrably false information,
Missiles
US Vice President JD Vance recently commented on the potential transfer of Tomahawk cruise missiles to Ukraine, stating that any decision would depend solely on President Donald Trump's approach to the matter and be driven by Washington's national security interests. The Vice President emphasized that the
